Bags / Beginners Learn How to Crochet a Summer Bag: Sharma Bag Updated April 1, 2026 This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through links on our site, I may earn a small commission. Click to see full details of my Privacy Policy. Pin it now, make later!145Shares Learn how to crochet a summer bag with my free step-by-step pattern and tutorial. Looking for your next summer crochet project? Say hello to the Sharma Crochet Bag, a gorgeous, lightweight accessory that’s as stylish as it is practical. Whether you’re heading to the farmers’ market, the beach, or just out for coffee with friends, this bag will be your go-to companion.TABLE OF CONTENTS1. Materials & Tools2. Where to Shop for Yarn3. About The Yarn4. Gauge5. Completed Size6. Pattern Notes7. Pattern Support8. Convert Pattern Terms9. Terms & Abbreviations10. Special Stitches11. PDF Pattern 12. Free Pattern: Summer Crochet Bag13. Bag Base14. 7-1115. Main Body Section16. 20-3217. Video Tutorials 18. Right-handed19. Left-handed20. Crochet Bag Patterns 21. Explore The Sharma Collection VIEW MORE▼ Materials & Tools Yarn: King Cole Cottonsoft , DK/Category 3, 100% Cotton, 210m (229yds)/ 100g (3.5oz). One ball (179yds) in shade Dusky. Hook: 4.5mm (US 7) or size needed to obtain gauge. Stitch Markers Scissors Measuring Tape Darning Needle Bag Handle Where to Shop for Yarn Wool Warehouse we crochet Mary maxium love crafts Herrschners About The Yarn King Cole Cotton Soft DK is 100% cotton, and it comes as no surprise to say this yarn really is super soft! It also comes in a range of delicious pastels, neutrals and muted berries, with staple basics black, French navy and wine! I’ll share some of my favourite shades below. I chose this yarn because it’s a natural fibre and feels really soft. As this design will sit directly on the skin, it’s important to have a soft fibre. Please note that it is advised that you wash your garment before wearing it for the first time, as the fibres may shed a little. Pale Blue 1931 Sage 1576 Iris 3463 Blush 3363 Opal 3460 Candy Floss 3462 Gauge Work should measure approx 6.25 cm (2.5 inch) after 4 rounds Completed Size Bag (excluding handle) measures: W 24 cm (9.5 inch) X H 30.5 cm (12 inch) when laid flat. Pattern Notes Written in UK terms but is switchable to US terms below. Skill Level: Beginner This pattern is worked from the bottom up. You will be joining rounds without turning, except when you work the main pattern repeat on the main bag section. Please read through the whole pattern before making. Pattern Support The fastest way to get pattern support is to ask in our dedicated facebook group for Bella Coco Crochet patterns. This is the best place for you to connect with other crocheters. Please note, if you wish to change and adapt this pattern in any way, this must be done at your own exploration and we cannot offer assistance with this. Convert Pattern Terms Here you can quickly switch between UK and US crochet terms. This will make following the pattern easier as all terms will be converted to your preferred version. view in UK terms view in US terms Terms & Abbreviations Stitch(s): st(s)Slip Stitch(s): ss(s): Insert hook, yarn over, pull through stitch and loop on hook.Chain(s): ch(s): Yarn over, pull through loop on the hook.Double Crochet(s): dc(s): Insert hook into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops.Treble Crochet(s): tr(s): Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through two loops, yarn over, pull through remaining two loops. Half Treble Crochet(s): htr(s):Yarn over, insert into stitch, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have three loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining three loops. Special Stitches Standing Double Crochet(s): sdc(s): With slip knot on hook, insert hook into first st, yarn over, pull up a loop, you will have two loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull through remaining two loops. BLO: Back loop only. How to Crochet – A Handy Reference Guide eBook Unsure of the differences between UK and US terms? Need a refresher on how to do your crochet stitches? In my ‘How to crochet: A handy reference guide’ EBook I help you with all of these terms and you can always have them to hand! You will also get exclusive access to free video instructions. You can find my EBook HERE. PDF Pattern etsy bella coco crochet ravelry To unlock this FREE crochet pattern all you need to do is enter your email to join our mailing list and the grow app will appear, please enter your email and create a password. Now you’ve created a grow account you’ll be able to access all of the free patterns on the blog and bookmark your favourites so you can have them all in one place for easy access. If you forget your password, click the “forgot password” link and follow the prompts. Please note that the team are unable to assist with resetting Grow passwords or accessing your Grow account, so please make sure you save your login information in a safe place. Your grow account is separate from your Bella Coco account which you use to access your purchased patterns. Free Pattern: Summer Crochet Bag You are viewing this pattern in UK terms. Bag Base Make a magic ring.Round 1: Work 8 dc in magic ring. Join with ss to first dc. Pull ring closed. <8 sts> Round 2: Ch 1 (does not count as a st here or thoughout) htr in first st, 2htr in each st around. Join with ss to first st. <16 sts> Round 3: Ch 1, 2 htr in first st, htr in next st. *2 htr in next st, htr in next st; rep from * around. Join with ss to first st. <24 sts> Round 4: Ch 1, 2 htr in first st, htr in next 2 sts. *2 htr in next st, htr in next 2 sts; rep from * around. Join with ss to first st. <32 sts> Round 5: Ch 1, 2 htr in first st, htr in next 3 sts. *2 htr in next st, htr in next 3 sts; rep around. Join with ss to first st.<40 sts> Round 6: Ch 1, 2 htr in first st, htr in next 4 sts. *2 htr in next st, htr in next 4 sts; rep from * around. Join with ss to first st. <48 sts> 7-11 Round 7: Ch 1, 2 htr in first st, htr in next 5 sts. *2 htr in next st, htr in next 5 sts; rep from * around. Join with ss to first st. <56 sts> Round 8: Ch 1, 2 htr in first st, htr in next 6 sts. *2 htr in next st, htr in next 6 sts; rep from * around. Join with ss to first st. <64 sts> Round 9: Ch 1, 2 htr in first st, htr in next 7 sts. *2 htr in next st, htr in next 7 sts; rep from * around. Join with ss to first st. <72 sts> Round 10: Ch 1, 2 htr in first st, htr in next 8 sts. *2 htr in next st, htr in next 8 sts; rep from * around. Join with ss to first st.<80 sts> Round 11: Ch 1, 2 htr in first st, htr in next 9 sts. *2 htr in next st, htr in next 9 sts; rep from * around. Join with ss to first st. <88 sts> Main Body Section You are viewing this pattern in UK terms. Round 12: Ch 2, BLOhtr in each st around. Round 13-16: Ch 2, htr in each st around. Join with ss to first st. Round 17: Stdc, *ch 5, skip 3 sts, dc in next st; repeat from * around omitting the final dc. Ss in top of stdc.Turn. <22 ch-sps> Round 18: Ss into ch-5 sp (does not count as a st). Dc in same ch-sp, *(3 tr, ch 1, 3 tr) in next ch-5 sp shell made, dc in next ch-5 sp; repeat from * around omitting the final dc. Turn <11 shells> Round 19: Ch 6 (counts as tr and ch-3 here and throughout), skip 3 sts, dc in ch-1 sp, ch 3, skip 3 sts. *tr in dc from previous row, ch 3, skip 3 sts, dc in ch-1 sp ch 3, skip 3 sts; repeat from * around. Ss into 3rd ch of beg ch-6. Turn. <22 ch-sps> 20-32 Round 20: Ch 3 (counts as tr here and throughout), *work 3 tr in ch-3 sp, tr in next st; repeat from * around. Tr in final ch-sp, join with ss to top of beg ch-3. Turn. <88 sts> Round 21-28: Repeat rounds 17-20 twice more. Do not turn on final round. Round 29-31: Ch 2, htr in each st around. Join with ss to first st. Round 32: Stdc, *skip 3 sts, work 6 tr in next st, skip 3 sts, dc in next st; repeat from * around omitting the final dc. Join with ss to first st. Fasten off and sew in ends. <11 shells>Lay work flat and attach the bag fastening to each side. Video Tutorials Right-handed Or you can watch on YouTube Left-handed Or you can watch on YouTube Crochet Bag Patterns If you love crocheting bags check out these patterns available on the blog: Granny Square Tote Bag Dakota Bag Beach Bag Sundown Market Bag Granny Square Tote Bag Dakota Drawstring Bag Seamless Beach Bag Sundown Market Bag Explore The Sharma Collection Headband Cardigan Cover Up Shawl I always love to see your makes so if you try any of my patterns or follow my stitch tutorials please tag me @bellacococrochet or use the #bellacococrochet sarah-jayne KEEP ON making Don’t miss a thing! Sign up to our newsletter, grab a cuppa and find out about the latest posts and projects. First name Email address Thanks! Please check your inbox (and junk) to confirm your subscription! Pin it now, make later!145Shares Further Reading... 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